Fourth Sunday of Lent 18th March 2012
Parish Update
Topsy Turvey Quite often after Mass people look blankly at me when I tell them that my telephone number is on the newsletter and I often have to go and get one for them from the table in the porch. The newsletter is meant to be taken home with you but week after week people seem to put them back on their way out. Conversely, the guides to the Order of Mass are not meant to be taken home but every week I have to photocopy more. So, please take home the former and leave the latter. Many thanks.
Church Cleaning volunteers required. If you have an hour to spare after 9.30am Mass on one Friday in four, please leave your details at Clergy House.
Cricklewood Homeless Concern collection of non perishable goods after all Masses next weekend.
Repository -Easter cards and the new Sunday Missal are on sale now.
Stations of the Cross in Konkanni in the Church at 3.00pm this Sunday.
Altar Servers. It would be appreciated if parents could take albs home and wash them in time for Easter. It is also noted that some of the albs need minor repairs. Please return them to a Sacristan. Do not hang them up.
First Holy Communion programme. Now that the children have completed their preparation for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, we remind you that they must make their First Confession prior to receiving their First Communion in May. Indeed, it is a requirement that all of us celebrate this sacrament at least once a year. Confessions are heard on a Saturday between 10.30 and 11.00 and 5.30 and 6.15 or by arrangement with Fr Kevin or Fr Rohitha.
Easter Services- All readers and Extra-ordinary ministers of Holy Communion
please sign up for the Easter Liturgies. Forms are at the back of the Church.
Gift Aid. If you have signed for gift aid but no longer pay income tax please inform the office with the date of change.
Konkanni Mass and Prayers will be held at English Martyrs Church Chalk Hill Rd, Wembley Park on 25th March 2012 at 12.40pm. All are welcome.
Pilgrimage to Lourdes. 8th to 12th May - £470 includes transport, full board at Alba Hotel and trips to Bartres and San Pierre – contact John O’Sullivan 020 8459 0279.
Margaret Ginty would like to thank all who sent Mass bouquets and said prayers for her during her recent illness. A Mass will be offered for their intentions.
Luz Coogan & family would like to thank all who sent Mass cards, flowers and offered prayers after the lost of Patrick. A Mass will be offered for their intentions.
Westminster Notices
Images of God workshop is an opportunity for young adults(18-35) to explore the images of God presented to us in scripture and to reflect on how their own images of God. The workshop will be prayerful and experiential in nature. It will take place at Vaughan House on Thursday 22nd March at 7.30pm. There is no charge. Contact Fr David on davidreilly@rcdow.org.uk to book a place.
Vocations Discernment Group- A meeting will take place on Friday 23rd March for young adults (20’s and 30’s) from 7-9pm in the Hinsley Room, Morpeth Terrace, next to Westminster Cathedral. For further information contact Sr Gabi at info@free2becone.org.uk or Fr Richard at richardnesbitt@rcdow.org.uk .
Young Adults in the North Sunday 25th March at St. George’s parish, 970 Harrow Road, Sudbury 5:30pm - 9:00 pm for those aged 17-35. Come and meet other young parishioners in our diocese in a relaxed atmosphere. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop John Arnold and will be followed by a time of hot food, reflection and discussion on the Sunday Gospel. Nearest tube: Sudbury Hill (Piccadilly Line).
A Vigil for the protection of the unborn will take place at 7pm on the 30th March outside BPAS London Central, 26-27 Bedford Square, London WC1B 3HP. The event is being organised by 40 Days for Life, London. Join Bishop Alan Hopes and Diocesan Youth Chaplain, Fr. David Reilly in praying for a greater respect for life in our nation. Christians throughout London are also invited to take part in the international 40 Days for Life effort from February 22nd to April 1st. In addition to 40 days of peaceful prayer and fasting for an end to abortion, please consider volunteering to pray outside of the BPAS abortion clinic during the 40 days and spread the word to others about this important life-saving effort. To get more information, or to volunteer to help, please contact Robert Colquhoun at 40daysforlifelondon@gmail.com or 07947 698195. All are welcome!
Mount Street Jesuit Centre, Mount Street W1K 3AH www.mountstreet.info present the last event during March: 31st March 11am-4pm “Living with a Spouse: Is it still a Good Idea?” An opportunity to explore Church teaching, reflect on your own experience, and raise deeper questions about the issues arising.
Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Archbishop Vincent invites you to join him on the 7th -15th November 2012. During the pilgrimage you will stay in Jerusalem, Bethlehem and Galilee and show your support for the local Christian communities. The cost is £1480 per person based on two sharing a room. Booking forms can be obtained directly from Gerald Daly at geralddaly@rcdow.org.uk telephone 0207 7989173.
Topsy Turvey Quite often after Mass people look blankly at me when I tell them that my telephone number is on the newsletter and I often have to go and get one for them from the table in the porch. The newsletter is meant to be taken home with you but week after week people seem to put them back on their way out. Conversely, the guides to the Order of Mass are not meant to be taken home but every week I have to photocopy more. So, please take home the former and leave the latter. Many thanks.
Church Cleaning volunteers required. If you have an hour to spare after 9.30am Mass on one Friday in four, please leave your details at Clergy House.
Cricklewood Homeless Concern collection of non perishable goods after all Masses next weekend.
Repository -Easter cards and the new Sunday Missal are on sale now.
Stations of the Cross in Konkanni in the Church at 3.00pm this Sunday.
Altar Servers. It would be appreciated if parents could take albs home and wash them in time for Easter. It is also noted that some of the albs need minor repairs. Please return them to a Sacristan. Do not hang them up.
First Holy Communion programme. Now that the children have completed their preparation for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, we remind you that they must make their First Confession prior to receiving their First Communion in May. Indeed, it is a requirement that all of us celebrate this sacrament at least once a year. Confessions are heard on a Saturday between 10.30 and 11.00 and 5.30 and 6.15 or by arrangement with Fr Kevin or Fr Rohitha.
Easter Services- All readers and Extra-ordinary ministers of Holy Communion
please sign up for the Easter Liturgies. Forms are at the back of the Church.
Gift Aid. If you have signed for gift aid but no longer pay income tax please inform the office with the date of change.
Konkanni Mass and Prayers will be held at English Martyrs Church Chalk Hill Rd, Wembley Park on 25th March 2012 at 12.40pm. All are welcome.
Pilgrimage to Lourdes. 8th to 12th May - £470 includes transport, full board at Alba Hotel and trips to Bartres and San Pierre – contact John O’Sullivan 020 8459 0279.
Margaret Ginty would like to thank all who sent Mass bouquets and said prayers for her during her recent illness. A Mass will be offered for their intentions.
Luz Coogan & family would like to thank all who sent Mass cards, flowers and offered prayers after the lost of Patrick. A Mass will be offered for their intentions.
Westminster Notices
Images of God workshop is an opportunity for young adults(18-35) to explore the images of God presented to us in scripture and to reflect on how their own images of God. The workshop will be prayerful and experiential in nature. It will take place at Vaughan House on Thursday 22nd March at 7.30pm. There is no charge. Contact Fr David on davidreilly@rcdow.org.uk to book a place.
Vocations Discernment Group- A meeting will take place on Friday 23rd March for young adults (20’s and 30’s) from 7-9pm in the Hinsley Room, Morpeth Terrace, next to Westminster Cathedral. For further information contact Sr Gabi at info@free2becone.org.uk or Fr Richard at richardnesbitt@rcdow.org.uk .
Young Adults in the North Sunday 25th March at St. George’s parish, 970 Harrow Road, Sudbury 5:30pm - 9:00 pm for those aged 17-35. Come and meet other young parishioners in our diocese in a relaxed atmosphere. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop John Arnold and will be followed by a time of hot food, reflection and discussion on the Sunday Gospel. Nearest tube: Sudbury Hill (Piccadilly Line).
A Vigil for the protection of the unborn will take place at 7pm on the 30th March outside BPAS London Central, 26-27 Bedford Square, London WC1B 3HP. The event is being organised by 40 Days for Life, London. Join Bishop Alan Hopes and Diocesan Youth Chaplain, Fr. David Reilly in praying for a greater respect for life in our nation. Christians throughout London are also invited to take part in the international 40 Days for Life effort from February 22nd to April 1st. In addition to 40 days of peaceful prayer and fasting for an end to abortion, please consider volunteering to pray outside of the BPAS abortion clinic during the 40 days and spread the word to others about this important life-saving effort. To get more information, or to volunteer to help, please contact Robert Colquhoun at 40daysforlifelondon@gmail.com or 07947 698195. All are welcome!
Mount Street Jesuit Centre, Mount Street W1K 3AH www.mountstreet.info present the last event during March: 31st March 11am-4pm “Living with a Spouse: Is it still a Good Idea?” An opportunity to explore Church teaching, reflect on your own experience, and raise deeper questions about the issues arising.
Annual Diocesan Pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Archbishop Vincent invites you to join him on the 7th -15th November 2012. During the pilgrimage you will stay in Jerusalem, Bethlehem and Galilee and show your support for the local Christian communities. The cost is £1480 per person based on two sharing a room. Booking forms can be obtained directly from Gerald Daly at geralddaly@rcdow.org.uk telephone 0207 7989173.
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